Watch Specials: CoSpecials: Comedy Central Stand-Up

Name: Specials: CoSpecials: Comedy Central Stand-Up
Genre: Comedy
Released: 2006-03-12

2006
1 Season

Specials: Comedy Central Stand-Up from Comedy Central is a comedy series featuring popular comedians performing live stand-up comedy on stage. Comedy Central has been bringing the best stand-up comedians to audiences for over three decades and this series continues in that tradition.

The series has become a platform for emerging comedians to showcase their talents and for established comedians to hone their skills. It's also an opportunity for viewers to experience the diversity of comedy and witness the evolution of the art form.

Each episode of Specials: Comedy Central Stand-Up from Comedy Central features a different comedian, delivering a set ranging from 30 minutes to one-hour long. The series includes comedians of various ages, genders, and races, ensuring that there is something for everyone.

The show has featured some of the biggest names in the world of comedy such as Chris Rock, Jim Gaffigan, Sarah Silverman, Jeff Dunham, and Kevin Hart. Some of the more recent comedians to be featured include Anthony Jeselnik, John Mulaney, Ali Wong, and Roy Wood Jr.

What makes Specials: Comedy Central Stand-Up from Comedy Central stand out is the wide range of topics covered in the sets. Comedians often tackle controversial subjects such as politics, racism, and social issues, making the show both entertaining and thought-provoking.

Specials: Comedy Central Stand-Up from Comedy Central has also been known to take comedians out of their comfort zones, challenging them to perform in unique venues such as prisons, churches, and even airplanes. These unconventional settings provide the perfect backdrop for comedians to experiment with their material and push boundaries.

Moreover, the series does not shy away from edgier humor, often featuring comedians who are not afraid to push the boundaries of what is considered acceptable. This can include jokes about sex, drugs, and other taboo subjects.

Comedians often tailor their sets to the venue they are performing in, making each episode unique. Viewers can expect to see sets ranging from intimate and small clubs to large and packed theaters.

Specials: Comedy Central Stand-Up from Comedy Central also features interviews with the comedians, providing an insight into their creative processes and what inspires them. These interviews give viewers a glimpse into the comedian's personal lives, adding an extra layer to their performances.

In addition to the interviews, the show also includes behind-the-scenes footage, showcasing the hard work and preparation that goes into each set. Viewers can witness the rigors of touring, the technical aspects of performing, and the camaraderie between comedians.

Specials: Comedy Central Stand-Up from Comedy Central is not just a show for comedy fans, but anyone who enjoys a good laugh. The series is perfect for those who are looking to discover new comedians while enjoying the work of established ones.

Overall, Specials: Comedy Central Stand-Up from Comedy Central is a must-watch for anyone who loves comedy. With its diverse range of comedians, unique venues, and thought-provoking material, the series is a testament to the art form and its ability to bring people together through laughter.

Specials: CoSpecials: Comedy Central Stand-Up is a series that ran for 1 seasons (12 episodes) between March 12, 2006 and on Comedy Central

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Seasons

12. Comedy Central Presents: 2008 Breakout Comedians

November 24, 2008

Watch an all-new line-up of the hottest comics around in "Comedy Central Presents: 2008 Breakout Comedians." Every comedian knows that a good laugh is priceless so we've made sure these acts won't set you back a dime! What are you waiting for? This one is on the house!

11. John Oliver: Terrifying Times

April 20, 2008

With a mixture of political sound bites, still photos and schmaltzy 80's power ballads, comedian John Oliver takes a look at the moments that have defined our soul-sucking decade. From his take on the evolution controversy to imperialism to global warming, watching this stand-up special may be your only way of surviving these Terrifying Times.

10. Rick Cleveland's My Buddy Bill

February 7, 2008

Some people have friends in low places and some have them in the highest place possible: The White House! From the 92nd Street Y in New York City, Rick Cleveland, former writer/co-producer for "The West Wing" and HBO's "Six Feet Under" as well as a breakthrough performer at the U.S. Comedy Arts Festival in Aspen, brings viewers along on a fictional journey with his "buddy" Bill Clinton. Through the halls of Washington, to the beaches of Malibu and the coffee shops of Amsterdam, Cleveland's tale is one that is hilariously unforgettable.

9. D.L. Hughley: Shocked & Appalled

May 15, 2005

Dapper D.L. Hughley may look clean-cut but looks are deceiving when it comes to this highly outspoken, fearless comic. Join him as he takes on race, politics, and marriage in this Comedy Central original one-hour stand-up special.

8. Patton Oswalt: No Reason To Complain

December 5, 2004

Patton Oswalt brings his biting view of life and people to the stage in this Comedy Central original one-hour stand-up special. A popular and prolific comic, Oswalt has appeared on numerous TV shows, including The King of Queens," "Seinfeld" and "NewsRadio.""

7. Wanda Sykes: Tongue Untied

January 10, 2003

From making it in Hollywood to faking it in the bedroom, star of television and film Wanda Sykes lets loose and tells all when she takes to the stage for a full hour in this Comedy Central original stand-up special.

6. Christopher Titus: The 5th Annual End of the World Tour

March 18, 2007

It's that time again. The end of the world is approaching and Christopher Titus can read the writing on the wall. Just about everything is a sign of worse things to come -- Prince Charles seems to have married Mick Jagger, we have to re-conquer the moon, and even the animal kingdom is so pissed off that they have mad cows coming after us. Christopher Titus tells us how bad we all really have it in this one-hour stand-up special.

5. The Amazing Johnathan: Wrong On Every Level

November 18, 2006

Comedian/Magician The Amazing Johnathan shows the audience that convincing magic is harder than it looks. Try to see if you can spot the fine line he crosses between illusion and comedy in this Comedy Central original one-hour stand-up special.

4. Brian Regan: Standing Up

June 10, 2007

Watch Brian Regan at his best as he unleashes his thoughts on the absurdities of ordering coffee, cooking pop tarts, and trying to buy a refrigerator. Plus, Brian ventures into the familiar world of family vacations, games you played at childhood birthday parties, and the dreaded world of science fair projects. It's a guaranteed hour of side splitting, snow cone ordering comedy.

3. Dave Attell's Insomniac Tour

October 2, 2005

Featuring the sidesplitting antics and outrageous wit of Dave Attell and fellow comics Sean Rouse, Greg Giraldo and Dane Cook, the Insomniac" tour comes to you in all its uncensored glory. In between stand-up sets, guide Attell visits bars and skanky strip clubs and talks to whoever is around at the time -- often a cross-section of winos and other oddballs."

2. Demetri Martin. Person.

January 14, 2007

Demetri Martin. Sound familiar? Aside from being a person, you might have seen him on The Daily Show" as the resident Trendspotter. Now watch him in his one-hour special as he delivers even more offbeat one-liners. "

1. Carlos Mencia: No Strings Attached

March 12, 2006

Catch Carlos's take on American diversity and the stupidity he sees all around him in this Comedy Central original stand-up special. As Carlos would say, If you ain't laughing, you ain't living.""

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Where to Watch Specials: CoSpecials: Comedy Central Stand-Up

Specials: CoSpecials: Comedy Central Stand-Up is available for streaming on the Comedy Central website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Specials: CoSpecials: Comedy Central Stand-Up on demand at Amazon Prime and Amazon.